Engineering for High Performance and Endurance: The Role of DMA And Fatigue Testing in Product Development
Thursday, August 28, 2025
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM CDT
Location
TA Instruments
9625 W 76th St, Suite 150, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
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In today’s competitive market, product reliability and performance are non-negotiable. This seminar explores two critical testing methodologies—Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) and fatigue testing—that empower engineers and product developers to design with confidence and precision.
Join us as we explore how these techniques provide insights into material behavior under real-world conditions. Attendees will leave with a deeper appreciation for how DMA and fatigue testing can accelerate product development, optimize material choices, and ensure long-term performance in demanding applications.
This is a free seminar intended for users of any experience level. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Register today to save your spot – seats are limited!
Agenda
| 8:30 AM |
Check-in and breakfast |
| 9:00 AM |
Introduction to TA and Mechanical Testing |
| 9:10 AM |
Mechanical Testing of Solids by Dynamic Mechanical Analysis |
| 10:25 AM |
Exploring Mechanical Testing Capabilities |
| 10:45 AM |
Applying DMA and Fatigue Testing to Polymer, Elastomer, and Medical Device Applications |
| 12:00 PM |
Lunch |
| 1:00 PM |
Considerations for Designing your Ideal Development Testing Workflow |
| 1:40 PM |
Lab Tour & Networking |
| 3:00 PM |
Adjourn |
Meet the Speakers
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Greg Kamykowski, Ph.D. Principal Applications Scientist Greg Kamykowski Ph.D. is a Senior Applications Scientist for rheology for TA Instruments. He has a BS in chemistry from Loyola University of Chicago and a PhD in physical chemistry from University of Wisconsin – Madison, where he studied under well-known rheologist, Professor John Ferry. He has published several articles, presented at various conferences and meetings, and is involved with the Society of Plastics Engineers, the Society of Rheology, and ASTM. |
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Shoab Ahmed Chowdhury Ph.D. Applications Scientist Shoab Ahmed Chowdhury is an Applications Scientist for mechanical testing systems at TA Instruments. He completed his Ph.D. at Clemson University, where he performed studies on the long-term performance and environmental response of multi-stable composite materials. He has 5 years of experience in mechanical testing and materials characterization with a keen interest in polymers and composites. |
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Powerful TRIOS Software
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High Throughput DSC Autosampler
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New Microscope Accessory
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Revolutionary New Fusion Cell™
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Powerful TRIOS Software
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Discover powerful TRIOS software that delivers exceptional user experience in a combined package for instrument control, data analysis and reporting for thermal analysis and rheology. New features such as automated calibration routines, multiple calibration sets, real-time test method editing, and inter-laboratory data and test method sharing provide unmatched flexibility, while one-click analysis and custom reporting raise productivity to new levels.
Discover powerful TRIOS software that delivers exceptional user experience in a combined package for instrument control, data analysis and reporting for thermal analysis and rheology. New features such as automated calibration routines, multiple calibration sets, real-time test method editing, and inter-laboratory data and test method sharing provide unmatched flexibility, while one-click analysis and custom reporting raise productivity to new levels.
Discover powerful TRIOS software that delivers exceptional user experience in a combined package for instrument control, data analysis and reporting for thermal analysis and rheology. New features such as automated calibration routines, multiple calibration sets, real-time test method editing, and inter-laboratory data and test method sharing provide unmatched flexibility, while one-click analysis and custom reporting raise productivity to new levels.
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- Commitment to quality backed by the industry’s ONLY five-year cell and furnace warranty for peace of mind.
| Instrument Features | |
|---|---|
| Fusion Cell™ | X3 DSC |
| MDSC |  |
| Enhanced Tzero Heat Flow | |
| User Replaceable Cell | |
| 54-Position Autosampler | |
| Dual Input Gas-Delivery Manifold | |
| Color App-Style Touch Screen | |
| Included |
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Revolutionary New Fusion Cell™
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
Powerful TRIOS Software
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
Modulated DSC®
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
RCS 120 Refrigerated Cooling System
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
High Throughput DSC Autosampler
Revolutionary new Fusion Cell™ further improves the performance on which you’ve come to rely. Better sensitivity, resolution, repeatability and industry leading baseline performance, enable detection of the weakest thermal transitions and the most accurate enthalpy and specific heat capacity.
New Microscope Accessory
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Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS)
Take advantage of the convenient Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS) for unattended DSC and MDSC® operation over broad temperature ranges. The new RCS 120 provides enhanced safety and is the only liquid nitrogen-free system capable of conducting experiments down to -120°C.
RCS Features and Benefits:
- One-, Two-, or Three-stage refrigeration systems that achieve temperature ranges down to -40 °C, -90 °C or -120 °C
- Sealed system eliminates the need for liquid nitrogen cooling
- Enables cycling, MDSC®, controlled, and ballistic cooling experiments
- Safe, convenient, and continuous cooling operation for your laboratory needs
Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS)
Take advantage of the convenient Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS) for unattended DSC and MDSC® operation over broad temperature ranges. The new RCS 120 provides enhanced safety and is the only liquid nitrogen-free system capable of conducting experiments down to -120°C.
RCS Features and Benefits:
- One-, Two-, or Three-stage refrigeration systems that achieve temperature ranges down to -40 °C, -90 °C or -120 °C
- Sealed system eliminates the need for liquid nitrogen cooling
- Enables cycling, MDSC®, controlled, and ballistic cooling experiments
- Safe, convenient, and continuous cooling operation for your laboratory needs
Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS)
Take advantage of the convenient Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS) for unattended DSC and MDSC® operation over broad temperature ranges. The new RCS 120 provides enhanced safety and is the only liquid nitrogen-free system capable of conducting experiments down to -120°C.
RCS Features and Benefits:
- One-, Two-, or Three-stage refrigeration systems that achieve temperature ranges down to -40 °C, -90 °C or -120 °C
- Sealed system eliminates the need for liquid nitrogen cooling
- Enables cycling, MDSC®, controlled, and ballistic cooling experiments
- Safe, convenient, and continuous cooling operation for your laboratory needs
Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS)
Take advantage of the convenient Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS) for unattended DSC and MDSC® operation over broad temperature ranges. The new RCS 120 provides enhanced safety and is the only liquid nitrogen-free system capable of conducting experiments down to -120°C.
RCS Features and Benefits:
- One-, Two-, or Three-stage refrigeration systems that achieve temperature ranges down to -40 °C, -90 °C or -120 °C
- Sealed system eliminates the need for liquid nitrogen cooling
- Enables cycling, MDSC®, controlled, and ballistic cooling experiments
- Safe, convenient, and continuous cooling operation for your laboratory needs
Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS)
Take advantage of the convenient Refrigerated Cooling Systems (RCS) for unattended DSC and MDSC® operation over broad temperature ranges. The new RCS 120 provides enhanced safety and is the only liquid nitrogen-free system capable of conducting experiments down to -120°C.
RCS Features and Benefits:
- One-, Two-, or Three-stage refrigeration systems that achieve temperature ranges down to -40 °C, -90 °C or -120 °C
- Sealed system eliminates the need for liquid nitrogen cooling
- Enables cycling, MDSC®, controlled, and ballistic cooling experiments
- Safe, convenient, and continuous cooling operation for your laboratory needs
TRIOS Software
Discover powerful TRIOS software that delivers exceptional user experience in a combined package for instrument control, data analysis and reporting. New features such as automated calibration routines, multiple calibration sets, real-time test method editing, and inter-laboratory data and test method sharing provide unmatched flexibility, while one-click analysis and custom reporting raise productivity to new levels.
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- Control multiple instruments with a single PC and software package
- Overlay and compare results across techniques including DSC, TGA, DMA, SDT and rheometers.
- Unlimited licensing and free lifetime software upgrades.
- One-Click analysis for increased productivity.
- Automated custom report generation including: experimental details, data plots and tables, control charts and analysis results.
- Convenient data export to plain-text, CSV, XML, Excel®, Word®, PowerPoint®, and image formats.
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Ease-of-Use
TRIOS software makes calibration of the entire line of Differential Scanning Calorimeters simple. Users can easily generate multiple calibration data sets under varying experimental conditions (e.g. different heating rates or gas selections) and seamlessly switch between them to match the experimental conditions used for sample testing. Real-time signals and the progress of running experiments is readily available, with the added capability of modifying a running method on the fly. TRIOS software offers a level of flexibility that is unmatched in the industry.
Ease-of-Use
TRIOS software makes calibration of the entire line of Differential Scanning Calorimeters simple. Users can easily generate multiple calibration data sets under varying experimental conditions (e.g. different heating rates or gas selections) and seamlessly switch between them to match the experimental conditions used for sample testing. Real-time signals and the progress of running experiments is readily available, with the added capability of modifying a running method on the fly. TRIOS software offers a level of flexibility that is unmatched in the industry.
Ease-of-Use
TRIOS software makes calibration of the entire line of Differential Scanning Calorimeters simple. Users can easily generate multiple calibration data sets under varying experimental conditions (e.g. different heating rates or gas selections) and seamlessly switch between them to match the experimental conditions used for sample testing. Real-time signals and the progress of running experiments is readily available, with the added capability of modifying a running method on the fly. TRIOS software offers a level of flexibility that is unmatched in the industry.
Ease-of-Use
TRIOS software makes calibration of the entire line of Differential Scanning Calorimeters simple. Users can easily generate multiple calibration data sets under varying experimental conditions (e.g. different heating rates or gas selections) and seamlessly switch between them to match the experimental conditions used for sample testing. Real-time signals and the progress of running experiments is readily available, with the added capability of modifying a running method on the fly. TRIOS software offers a level of flexibility that is unmatched in the industry.
Ease-of-Use
TRIOS software makes calibration of the entire line of Differential Scanning Calorimeters simple. Users can easily generate multiple calibration data sets under varying experimental conditions (e.g. different heating rates or gas selections) and seamlessly switch between them to match the experimental conditions used for sample testing. Real-time signals and the progress of running experiments is readily available, with the added capability of modifying a running method on the fly. TRIOS software offers a level of flexibility that is unmatched in the industry.
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This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
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This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
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This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
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This lecture-based course covers all our TGA instruments, but is mainly designed around the Discovery TGA 55, 550, & 5500 instruments. The course will cover:
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- Exclusive Tzero® heat flow technology for ultimate DSC performance
- Unmatched baseline stability that requires no subtractions
- New linear 54-position autosampler
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- New FusionCell™ with patented technology for unrivaled baseline flatness, sensitivity, and resolution
- Exclusive Tzero® heat flow technology for ultimate DSC performance
- Unmatched baseline stability that requires no subtractions
- New linear 54-position autosampler
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